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PFO → LBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Paphos International Airport (Paphos) to Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the turquoise Dalmatian coastline, the dramatic heart of the Alps, and the industrial landscape of the Rhine before entering the UK over the Humber Estuary.
Taurus Mountains
Stunning distant views of the snow-capped Turkish peaks shortly after leaving Cypriot airspace.
Cyclades Islands
A birds-eye view of the Greek archipelago with its white-washed villages and deep blue waters.
Dalmatian Coast
The countless islands and jagged limestone cliffs of Croatia's coast provide a mesmerizing pattern.
Central Alps
The highlight of the trip, featuring the high glaciers and jagged peaks of Austria and Switzerland.
Rhine River Valley
The winding Rhine River and the industrial heartland of Germany and the Benelux region.
Humber Estuary
Upon entering UK airspace, the distinctive Humber Bridge and the Spurn Point sand spit are often visible.
The right side is the clear winner for geographic diversity. Keep your window shade up roughly 2 hours into the flight for the Croatian coast. The Alpine crossing happens shortly after and is best captured with a wide-angle lens. In winter, the snow coverage on the Alps is breathtaking.
Akamas Peninsula
Immediately after takeoff from Paphos, the rugged and protected western tip of Cyprus is visible.
Crete Coastline
Views of the northern shores of Crete and the deep blue Ionian Sea as the flight moves northwest.
Southern Italy
Depending on the corridor, the 'heel' of Italy and the Adriatic coastline offer beautiful sea-to-land contrasts.
Western Alps
Distant views of the French and Italian border peaks, including the Massif Central region.
Greater London
On clear days, the vast urban sprawl of London and its iconic skyline are visible during the descent.
The Peak District
As the plane approaches Leeds, the rolling green hills and stone walls of the Peak District come into focus.
Choose the left side for better lighting during early morning flights to avoid direct glare. This side is also superior for spotting the Akamas Peninsula right after departure and potential views of London's skyline if the approach path takes you over the south of England.
Distance: 3,398 km (2,111 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs
Departure: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)
Arrival: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Route Type: International
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